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Gabby Baquero
December 20, 2017

Traffic issues dominate Town Council discussion

A new town resident expressed frustration with vehicles that continually run the stop sign at Oakdale Street and Ninth Avenue, prompting a discussion of the town’s growing traffic issue.

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Gabby Baquero
December 20, 2017

Residents request traffic signal at busy intersection on C.R. 535

The intersection located at Winter Garden-Vineland Road and Lachlan Lane always has been busy, but some say new development-driven traffic has made it chaotic.

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Gabby Baquero
December 20, 2017

Sir Benji’s Donuts sets up shop at Plant St. Market

The couple behind Sir Benji’s Donuts now is selling its artisanal mini doughnuts in a permanent location at the Plant St. Market.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
December 20, 2017

Windermere Elementary reaches golden milestone

Fifty years ago, the community’s elementary school opened in a new and larger facility. It previously operated in downtown Windermere in what is now the municipal center.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
December 20, 2017

Mosaic Church celebrates first Sunday in new location

The Winter Garden church has relocated to a larger space on West Colonial Drive and is ready to demonstrate the ripple effect in the community.

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Gabby Baquero
December 15, 2017

County addresses development pressure in rural Lake Mabel

Policy recommendations were drafted following a years-long study of four rural residential enclaves, including the Lake Mabel community near Horizon West.

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Danielle Hendrix
December 15, 2017

Horizon West-based shop 'The Lost Bros' sells theme park-inspired apparel

Orlando-based shop The Lost Bros — which sells unique, theme park-inspired apparel — is the brainchild of Horizon West resident Cody Tapoler and his brother, Colton.

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Steven Ryzewski
December 13, 2017

Windermere High names Fred Priest new football coach | Observer Preps

Priest, who was the new school's original athletic director, will takeover the program with the goal of "setting a foundation" for success.

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Gabby Baquero
December 13, 2017

Citrus Church adopts Orange County Fire Station No. 35

Citrus Church, a fledgling congregation headed by pastor Brian Johnson, has adopted Orange County Fire Station No. 35 to spread Christmas cheer.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
December 13, 2017

Calendar for the week of 12-14-17

Find out what's happening this week in West Orange County.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
December 13, 2017

Mackenzie Beach making global impact

The teen has created a library for the students of one Kenyan community, and it has earned her the Gold Award, the highest achievement in Girl Scouts.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
December 13, 2017

Children’s book features downtown Winter Garden landmarks

In “Wake Up Winter Garden,” a toddler goes on an adventure to many of the familiar sights along Plant Street.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
December 12, 2017

Obituary: Tyler James Cravens

Mr. Cravens, owner of Thai Blossom Restaurant, died Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017.

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Gabby Baquero
December 12, 2017

Windermere moves forward with cell tower regulations

The town ordinance is intended to protect the aesthetics of the town’s public rights-of-way.

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Gabby Baquero
December 12, 2017

Unicorp owner hopes to build 13 homes on Butler Chain

Unicorp Development President Chuck Whittall shared his vision for a 13-home residential development on a 16-acre property abutting Lake Tibet Butler.

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